The crust is the star -- deeply fermented, crisp-bottomed, with real flavor and chew, clearly the product of serious technique. The tomato pie is a revelation: bright, concentrated, and balanced, proof that restraint and great ingredients beat gimmicks every time. The spicy vodka and nduja pies bring heat and richness without ever losing that clean, ingredient-forward focus. You can taste the sourcing in every bite. Yes, it costs a little more than your corner slice. It should. This is Michelin-caliber craft applied to pizza, and it delivers. Even the room is considered -- comfortable, design-forward, nothing like your standard slice shop. read more

Online ordering was quick and easy! Nduja pie was very good and crust was excellent. As tomato sauce dislikers the flavor did get to be a little too much by the second slice, but would definitely return to try the white, vodka, and/or mushroom pies in the future. Definitely pricier than your typical pizza joint and I'm not enough of a connoisseur to say that this is way better than, say, L'industrie, but at least I didn't have to wait forever in line! read more

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in love with this pizza. make sure to order ahead online because when you get there your order will not be ready for several hours. the AC in the store is terrible BUT so worth sweating in the heat for this pizza. sold by the whole pie (~50-60$) but customers dining in love to trade slices to try more flavors. i have tried mushroom, nduja, and classic cheese. mushroom is by far my favorite! the crust is insanely thin yet the pizza somehow holds its shape. also reheats well. classic cheese has a tangy sauce which is nice, and the burrata on the nduja is great. read more

Ceres - mushroom pizza - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

Someone has perfected the pizza dough and it is Ceres!!! We had to check out what the hype was all about and it is hands down the best pizza I've ever had. We ordered on-line with a scheduled pick up time. Walked all over the City and worked up our appetite for a Nduja pie and a cheese pie. The place was packed and no seating so we found a small nook across the street and devoured the 2 pies! Delicious and worth the hype. Will def go back and highly recommend. read more

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Swung by on a whim to try our luck, and somehow, magically, we were able to place our order and get our pizza right away. We got the nduja and only waited approximately 10 minutes, and we got a seat to eat in. The pizza itself is good. The ingredients definitely seem a step above your average pizza toppings, and the flavors really come through; the burrata, the vinegar, the nduja, the chili oil all hold their own while working together really well. That being said, I'm quite sure I was able to enjoy this pizza because of the serendipitous circumstances (i.e. not waiting). I stopped in around 11:30, and I saw on their clipboard that the next pizza would be ready at 2pm. If I had to wait 2 hours for this pizza, I'd probably be disappointed. read more

Ceres - Nduja pizza - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

Delicious pizza. I ordered ahead for 5 pm pickup. Pizza was ready when I arrived. I ordered the whit pizza which include Pancetta, chives, crème fraîche. It has not no red sauce. The pie slice tasted clean, elegant, deeply savory. The cost was $40 before taxes. Will definitely come back to try other pies. Please note you need to order by pie. They don't sell by slice. So bring friends if you want to order here. read more

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We ordered the White Pizza ($40 for the pie), and from the very first bite, it was savory, rich, and literally melted in my mouth. You can tell they use fresh, high quality ingredients, the flavors were simple but perfectly balanced. At $40 for a white pie, it's definitely on the expensive side, but it's worth trying at least once for the quality and flavor. One thing to know before you go: they only sell whole pies, and they're incredibly popular. If you're planning to have dinner around 6:00 p.m., be sure to place your order 3-4 hours in advance. The wait is worth it, but planning ahead is must. read more

Ceres - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

I was wondering what the hype was about and how could a pie be worth almost $70??? We went on a Saturday afternoon, luckily was able to reserve a slot and ordered 4 pies. There are some tables on one side and some bar seats at a counter along the other side. The space is not large and you need to be lucky to grab a seat to stay and eat. Seems most people were taking to go. We started with the Njuda, the most decadent (and pricey) pie with njuda sausage, burrata cheese and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. I'm not sure what I expected but it surpassed it. It was my favorite until I tried the mushroom pie. Oh my, the mushroom pie was heavenly with a crème fraiche base and chives sprinkled all over. We also had the spicy vodka and the cheese. I ended up having 3 full slices and a bite of the cheese. Mind you, I am not a big pizza lover so I am usually done with 2 slices at most. The acidity of some tomato sauce and the salty dense crust really do not appeal to me. Ceres had neither of those. The crust is a sourdough which they somehow made a crispy base but a light, slightly chewy crust. Although I had 3 slices, I did not feel heavy. I don't know how to explain how much I enjoyed it. Yes I did fold the slice in half like a New Yorker should but the base was crispy so I had to actually fold it. We met someone recently who hated on Ceres because there was a mix up with his pick up order. I'm guessing that soured his opinion before he tried the pizza. Give it a chance and follow the advice people give about getting a slot and really try to eat it on the spot! read more

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$68 for a pizza? Are you Ceres? Or just kidding? What is this, Disney World? Nduja? Can nduja afford it? It was worth it. It was worth having to come back a different day because they sold out. And it was worth standing in the middle of the room like a dope while the diners tried to ignore me. And it was worth waiting an hour for the call time and then another 15 minutes (Guns N Roses and Madonna come out quicker). Picking the BEST PIZZA is like picking a best Beatles record or Tarantino movie or my dad picking a best child after me, but I will say IF it's not the BEST PIZZA, it's #2. It's certainly the best flavor profile. Most people (including Dave "9.2" Portnoy) obsess over the baguette-inspired sourdough crust, and rightfully so. It's crispy and charred, yet chewy and airy. The spicy spreadable 'Nduja pork salami melts into the pizza, leaving deep, smoky, rich chili oils. Contrast that with a fresh, cooling burrata that reminded me of the dry pecorinos and parmesans in creamy form. Then add the bright, sweet acid of San Marzano tomatoes and 9 year aged balsamic vinegar. Perfectly aged. Michael Jackson would agree. For those with sticker shock, it comes to $8.50 a slice. Though, yeah, you "Must buy 8". Also, the pizza is 20" (314.2 sq in). An XL at Domino's or Papa John's is only 16" (201.1 sq in). You might think 4" is not a lot, but it is. I've tried explaining this to my wife on our first date. That's over 56% more surface area of pizza. We also got a $50 Mushroom (aka Crème Fraîche Mushroom Onion Pie), which is my wife's favorite pizza ever. The white sauce is rich, tangy, velvety, and decadent. The flavorful mushrooms are perfectly roasted. The thin onions caramelize, but only slightly. This one is $6.25 a slice. You might have to get one right away. You might have to get one on lay away. read more

Ceres - 20" pizza is 56.25% more pizza than the other guys' XL 16". - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

The best addition to celebrating the Knicks winning was adding Ceres to our pit stops. Ceres Pizza is hands down one of my favorite pizza spots not only in NYC but ever! It was totally worth the drive coming from Virginia. The pizza was absolutely delicious--perfectly cooked with a crispy crust, flavorful sauce, and generous toppings. The crust is what makes this pizza stand apart. Every bite was fresh, cheesy, and incredibly satisfying. You can tell care goes into every pizza they make. Ceres only sells pizzas as a whole box and doesn't sell by the slice. Stand in line and once you are at the front they will tell you the pick up time . You can also change the pick up time for a later time slot. I picked a time slot for an hour later and ran some errands! There is a bathroom inside and places to sit. Folks just need to be patient while waiting for a spot. There is a list of running places that always has a line and I am not surprised that Ceres joins the ranks. I know folks look at the $$ amount when calculating costs, but it is hard to quantify showmanship and quality. That's what you are paying for! So make some friends in line, split a pie, and keep on dreaming. I kid you not....I am still dreaming about this pizza and will make it a point to always stop by when visiting NYC! read more

Ceres - Cheese - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

Two former Eleven Madison Park chefs decided to open a pizza joint, so you already know your boy had to pull up. ​There are no walk-up slices here--whole pies only. It was packed, so I had to use maximum tactical efficiency. I spotted a few women waiting in line, executed a flawless negotiation, and convinced them to team up on a two-pie operation: one classic Cheese, one Nduja. We secured the goods, split the assets, and I went on my way. ​First up: The Cheese Pie (San Marzano tomatoes, scamorza, mozzarella, premium olive oil). Cracker-crisp crust, zero flop, absolute perfection. 100% worth the hype. ​Next: The Nduja Pie. Spicy Calabrian pork sausage, creamy fresh burrata, and a drizzle of 9-year aged balsamic. Bro. Unbelievable. Easily one of the best slices in NYC. ​If you find yourself in New York, you don't just eat pizza--you make executive moves for it. Ceres is an absolute must-stop. read more

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Oh no :( Ceres? Excellent pizza. Horrible logistics. Ceres has a reputation yes, thanks to social media outlets and whatnot, but sad to say, Ceres is gentrified sourdough pizza. My partner and I heard about Ceres a while back as we're pizza enthusiasts and love Lucali's, L'Industrie, Chrissy's, Impasto, Best Pizza, Fini Pizza etc, so we decided to carve out half of a weekday on a Wednesday to try out Ceres. And boy, that wait time was still ridiculous! When you come here, you don't hear a single Native New Yorker accent. The crowd is so visibly all transplants... Beside customer base, why on earth is any pizza almost $70? If you want a play on semantics, okay, the Nduja costs $68. I was thinking I better shit gold bricks. As much it was was extremely delicious and texture was great, the experience here was a nightmare where the cons outweighed the pros severely. Look, I appreciate any sourdough or pizza goods establishment. However, I feel the owner(s) should really take a logistics and bottleneck class in business school to gain more business sense and clean up their processes. Or maybe even a field trip to Japan to learn how they process high volume orders efficiently without compromising customer experience. The logistics were an absolute nightmare - it made getting a table at Lucali's in Carrol Gardens or getting a court in McCarren Park in Williamsburg much easier feats to achieve. This is by no means accessible price wise or even getting a table for a New York Pizza. If you're looking for a complicated experience with little to no AC for gentrified Sourdough pizza that you may or may not get a table for, go ahead and try your hand at getting a pizza here. Just be ready for ambiguity upon entering as to who's actually in line or who's waiting for their pizza to come out. In our case, we came here at around 1:26, was quoted a 3:15 pickup and told to come at 3pm at a chance to snag a table Hunger Games style (no, a table is not guaranteed even if you spend $74+ on a pizza plus tax). And while we arrived at 3pm, no table was in site. The pizza was also late. By 20 minutes. So we ubered home back to Brookyn to be able to eat our pizza with our big blue box and spent $49 to go back home. $74+$49 uber = $123 pizza experience. So two hours for a delicious pizza that cost $123 with 182838843 rules (no slices, no sharing with others, 2 hour wait, no eating out of the box, etc) is not something we'd return for amongst all the competitive options in New York. Also, of course the pizza became cold and wasn't like it tasted when we had a single bite before we jumped into our uber. The crunch was gone when we tried to reheat it... An absolute nightmare. For as many delicious pizza places out there, I would not ever return. Maybe a place for the stay-at-home moms/girlfriends or super wealthy who have nothing but time to wait for a pizza. But for true New Yorkers? Hard pass unless they improve their processes. :( it's really too bad because they have a lot of potential because their product itself is delicious. To each their own - Ceres is like a Hot Supermodel who knows she's the shit... so she's toxic AF with her personality and has ridiculous rules to date or get access to her. Satisfying, but ultimately not with the headache to partake to many. read more

Hands down, this is as close to a perfect pizza as you can get. The execution is flawless, truly some of the best pizza I've ever had. A few things to know: they have a limited capacity (about 21 pizzas an hour), so you'll need to reserve your pie in advance. I only had a 2-hour wait on a Friday, which wasn't bad at all. Seating is first-come, first-served, so I headed in 20 minutes early to claim a table for my slot. The cheese has a unique, unexpected flavor that caught me off guard, but it adds a lot of character. Highly recommended. read more

Ceres - Cheese - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

Wow ! What a great pizza ! No slices only entire pies so come hungry. They don't have much seating inside so I was lucky and able to secure 2 seats. The wait time was over 2hrs, I just took the time to stroll around China town and little Italy and the time went by pretty fast. The pizza was delicious awesome sauce, delicious cheese and a wonderful sauce. The crust was crispy and satisfying At 40 bucks a pie I expect nothing less. I will return . read more

Ceres - Cheese pie - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

Ceres Pizza delivers a genuinely unique pie that justifies its premium price point. I had the nduja pie which was a whopping 68 dollars, definitely steep for a pizza pie, but it absolutely delivers. The richness of the nduja sausage is balanced by the sharp sweetness of the balsamic, and the creamy Burrata depth without overwhelming the profile. It's one of the most distinctive pizzas I've had in NYC thoughtful, restrained, and incredibly flavorful. What really ties it together is the sourdough crust it adds structure, complexity, and a subtle tang that elevates everything on top of it. Final thoughts, pricey, yes but in this case, it earns it. One of the more memorable pizzas in the city, and worth the experience. read more

Ceres - Nduja Pie - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

Good. I won't deny that. But $120 for two pizzas. Wow. Please nobody tell my father that's born and raised in Napoli that his daughter just spent that on a pizza. It was good, yes, but the whole process is just so New York. Waiting in line earlier in the day, placing an order, paying $40 for a cheese pizza and $68 for the nduja. The interior is pretty cute actually, very simple. At least the pies were a good size! It's good I just don't think I'd return, ya know. Cheese was better than nduja read more

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There's a lot of hype around Ceres because it was started by two chefs who formerly worked at the infamous Eleven Madison Park. My NYC friends warned me the lines would be CERES-iously long. According to Tiktok and hearsay, it's 45 minutes just to order and 2+ hours for the pizza to be crafted, baked, and served. The three of us got in line around 3:45 PM a couple Sundays ago. Surprisingly, we only waited 5-10 minutes to order. Still, we were told our pizza wouldn't be ready until 5:45 and to come back at 5:30 to grab seats (first come, first serve). NDUJA - 68 The toppings included San Marzano (sauce), nduja, burrata, and aged balsamic. Pricey, but we justified it ($8.50 per slice, which is around how much a slice at a fancier pizza parlor costs nowadays). There was a generous amount of burrata which was evenly distributed and stuck onto the slice. None of that usual slip, slide, and drip everywhere. The nduja added a nice sweet and spicy kick. One of the cleanest slices I've had in the city. Minimal grease and didn't leave me feeling bloated and awful. The sourdough crust was well-executed and impressed my friends, though I'm not the biggest sourdough fan. We had a slice left over, which held up great the next day in the air fryer. Overall, solid pizza, but you have to commit to a full pie, with the cheapest option (tomato) starting at $35. I did enjoy the nduja pie, but I'm curious about the white (topped beautifully with microscopically chopped chives) and the mushroom for the umami-packed flavors. I would return, but would definitely be strategic about timing the line. read more

Ceres - Nduja - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

Take my money! This was a hard pizza to get, it took Cronut line planning / Ceres surprised me by opening a little early. Last weekend my wife had a hair appointment. I drop her off early in the morning and I park in front of Ceres. The business opened a little early and I was able to snag an order to go. I ordered two pizza: Regular Spicy Vodka I don't know what a Mexican Coke is but I feel like I need this in my life, one coke as well! Listen, this is the hottest pizza spot in all of New York City. It's going to cost more so don't clutch your pearls when they total up the final bill. If you don't know the story, two guys from the Michelin starred restaurant Eleven Madison Park said New York needs the highest quality pizza. Once Dave Portnoy rated the pizza and gave it a 9.2? Now every person in America knows they have to come to Ceres. I'm watching the operation like a hawk. After the pizza comes out of the oven, it gets inspected by the chef. He gives his blessing and off the pizza goes, either in a box or to the table. The restaurant is small, there are tables but it's not like a madhouse to enjoy your purchase like l'industrie pizza. I paid for my pizza and was told to come back in twenty minutes. I also paid for parking at the meter. Twenty minutes later I went inside to pick up my two pizzas. My final take, is it "the" best New York pizza? It is. The crust is fabulous and cooked with a little bit of charr. The sauce, I went for the Spicy Vodka sauce first, it had me at the first bite. Not too much heat, just the right amount to tie it all together. The quality of the cheese, Ceres isn't looking to cut corners. They went all in with their cheese, for all I know the cheese could be from pampered cows that have warm blankets on them while they sleep. Add up all the indgredients together and Ceres pizza just made my top of the best pizza list. I've been to Delucias brick oven pizza in New Jersey. I have to rate Ceres at the very top of any list, including Dave's. You'll need to wait on line for this pizza. Trust me, it's worth it. read more

Here's a second review--this time doubling down and leaning into why many reviewers have declared it not just great, but one of the most memorable pizza in NYC. To me, best way to describe CERES would be, innovation & crust that stands out. Ultra thin, cracker-crisp crust and remarkable chew, a texture that sets it apart from typical NYC pizza. The quality of the olive oil is outstanding. Actually the quality of all the ingredients they use are outstanding. The cheese, the sauce, you can taste the premium ingredients in every single bite. Is definitely a pizza elevated to art. The whole ordering and waiting process could be a little chaotic but is SO WORTH IT! Trust me. A Must-Try for pizza lovers. read more

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If the price was lower .. then it would have been 5 stars. Staff was nice. Za is solid. Lowkey vibe appropriate for a pizza joint. We had the Nduja and mushroom. We love both. We leaned towards the mushroom on first bite .. half the table enjoyed the Nduja after their 2nd slice I personally would bring my own chilli flakes / oil next time read more

Ceres - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

Too hyped coming in with high expectations, mostly fails. Nduja - $68, salty and too much flavors going on, complicated, yes premium ingredients but not really needed for a NYC slice. Most expensive pizza ever, not worth it. Cheese -$40, that's most expensive whole cheese pie too, usually mid $30s. High quality olive oil, delicious but after the first slice a bit too much. Maybe I just like real deal authentic NYC slice, a little greasy, tangy, sweet red sauce, standard ingredients. Crust too thick and heavy, too much crust and became hard, jaw being tired. Sourdough didn't really taste it. Cheese slice was good hot, very dry and tasteless when cold. Eat when hot please. Nice crispy undercarriage and good chew, borderline too thin. Yelp 3.5, NYC style I would score 8.2 for cheese, Nduja 7.5. In the area, I like Scarr's more. read more

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Known for having 2 chefs that worked at the 3 Michelin starred restaurant Eleven Madison Park that wanted to bring pizza to an elevated level. The prices are ridiculous no matter how you look at it especially since New York has so many delicious options to choose from. You have to order for a time slot and come back to pick up the pie, yes they do not sell slices only pies. I ordered the mushroom pizza($48) that came with creme fraiche, mushroom, onion and chive. You can taste the ingredients pretty well and it had a nice crunch and texture. One thing I did not enjoy was that the crust was really charred where it tasted burnt. Overall the quality and taste of the pizza was really good but definitely not something I would try again since you cannot buy single slices. Visited January 2026 Food- 9/10 Cleanliness- 9/10 Staff- 9/10 read more

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I first heard about Ceres a little over a year ago after Dave Portnoy's insanely high 9.2 review. This week I finally made it happen and basically planned my entire NYC day around it. I showed up 30 minutes before they opened (3 people already ahead of me) picked from the available times that day, ordered my pie, and came back later that afternoon. Not the most convenient system, but the demand is there so I get it. Firstly, and most importantly, the cheese pizza I had was genuinely outstanding. I can't give it an exact ranking (will get to that in a minute) but Ceres and L'Industrie a block away are 2 of the top 3 best NY slices I've ever had. The thing is that this pizza is...rich. You can taste the aged cheese, the complexity of the dough, the premium ingredients. And normally that would be amazing...but it is less than optimal on the 90-degree day that I showed up. There are some foods that are just better in the winter - beef stew, ramen, chili, mac & cheese...and Ceres pizza. The richness would be perfect on a cold day, but felt like too much in the blistering heat. Is Ceres a must-try spot? Yes. Just come in January. read more

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Ceres has been on my to try list for a while, but the insane wait times after the One Bite Pizza review and other media praise definitely turned me off initially. But it seems like the hype has died down a bit and they're operating at a much more steady rate. Came by on a Friday at around 4pm before a haircut. They mentioned it'd take about 45min to be ready. Ended up actually asking them to schedule it out a little later since I knew my appointment would take closer to an hour and they obliged. There's some table and counter seating in the restaurant, but don't expect to sit a group of more than 2-3 at a table unless you're showing up on an odd hour. They suggested coming about 15min before your pick up order in order to grab a seat. Okay onto the pizza. We got the mushroom which after tax was like $52. A very steep price indeed for a whole pie. But the pie itself is big and you can get pretty full off of 2-3 slices. I was pretty blown away at how thin the crust was, but not too crispy to the point that you're chewing on broken glass. Mushroom toping itself was great. The creme fraiche with mushrooms and onions was second to none as far as white pies I've had. The ingredients are definitely quality. My only gripes with this place is I'd love if they served slices (mostly because I definitely wanted to try a red slice as well on my visit) and it would've been nice if they had stuff like a lemon slice for the white pie or crushed red peppers on the side. Small nits, but definitely something to add some variety in-case you get a little tired after the second slice. Also, service was very friendly at the place is nice and clean. Also there's a bathroom which is always a plus in Manhattan! read more

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Just like the rent, the prices are too damn high. The pizza itself is great and the slices are hefty and you may be fooled by how light and airy the crust is but you will get full off of two slices; three if you're super hungry. We went on a Thursday afternoon and a co-worker of ours went earlier to wait in line and order a white pie for us right when they opened. There were like 12 people in line ahead of then once the order was placed, then the pizza was ready within the next 20 minutes. The staff there were really nice as well. The restaurant has enough places to sit as well in case you have a small group; though there's a lot of in and out traffic. Some things to note: - they do not sell slices; only pies and they average out to around $40-$50 a pie depending on what you get - they do not allow you to call ahead to place an order and do not leverage any delivery services like Uber Eats or Grubhub; you have to go there in person to place an order and then either wait or return at a later time to pick it up - apparently they can sell out each day; this might be a way to generate hype - watch out for the step in front of the door; it's just good practice to watch where you walk read more

Ceres - White pizza - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

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Ambiance: there's seating but first come first serve Service: good service Food $$:I recommend the spicy Vodka that was on the special menu. Audience: Solo Trip [X] Family Friendly [ X] Friends [X] Date Spot [X] Recommendations/tips: you can only buy the whole pie so go with friends. You grab a ticket and pick it up. We went at 11:30 and our pick up time was 2:00. We went around and eye shopped. It was still pretty good the wait was long haha read more

As a certified pizza lover and Brooklyn native, I follow pizzeria openings closely. And yet, I didn't know about high demand of Ceres pizza, with lines that form even before they open at 11am. They have switched to selling by the pie only, so prepare to share with a group or have lots of leftovers. I went in with tempered expectations and found the pizza to be quite delicious. I tried the nduja and mushroom pies and was especially impressed by the latter. I often find white pies too bland but the onion, creme fraiche, and mushroom came together in a way that packed so much flavor. The crust is delightful and each slice is both thin and sturdy. Pretty much the platonic ideal of pizza, perhaps, save for the prices. I'm used to paying a pretty penny for food in NY but $63 for the nduja pie and $48 for the mushroom is...well it's a lot. Would I go back to try more pies? Probably. read more

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Dave Portnoy was on to something. He gave it a 9.2, my boyfriend said 9.7 on the cheese pizza, and I'd give it a solid 9. However, our table neighbors swapped slices with us and we got to try the mushroom chive - easily a 9.8 for me. Get here EARLY. Orders are placed in advance, so don't expect to walk up and get a pie. Example: we ordered around 2 and came back around 4:15 when our pie was ready. You can also only order a whole pizza. Slices are massive (size of my head or bigger) so come with friends. Undercarriage was solid and you can just tell this pizza was done well. The crust has a nice crisp and even the cheese had layers of flavor. We can't wait to come back to NY and try the other pizzas. read more

Ceres - Cheese - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

Really nice, if you have a group of 2-4. I had the mushroom pizza, which had mostly savory and creamy toppings - mushrooms, cream sauce, some herbs, and strong notes of garlic. The crust was the best part - chewy, a bit sour, and nice toasty notes from the deeply browned outside. The whole pie is $54, which is good for splitting with a group. Order online to skip waiting. read more

Ceres is definitely worth all the hype it is receiving. Although it may be criminally priced, your taste buds will thank you for these pies - no slices. The tomato pie is divine , has no flop and a must. The cheese is so simple yet flavorful. There is limited seating and wait times can be extensive. I'd recommend coming in on a weekday. Rating: Tomato pie - 9.8/10 Cheese pie - 9/10 read more

Ceres - Tomato pie - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

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7.1-7.2 rating. Probably one of the least memorable pizzas to eat in New York. You can find better tasting pies elsewhere. If the owners read this, whoever is manning the front desk 4/26 is way out of pocket and extra rude. He has a "I work at Ceres so I am the rule" attitude. read more

Ceres - Cheese Pizza - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

Honestly. Rude service and overrated expensive pizza. It's not worth it. Paying top dollar for whole pies you expect a pleasant atmosphere, quality service and premium food. NYC has so many other top notch pizza places. This is not it. read more

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Personally was a bit lost after I ate this. Didn't really know what to think. On one hand, it felt super experimental, extremely thin and crispy, kinda just felt like i was eating a glorified tortilla chip. But the more I thought about it the more I realized this was just culinary ingenuity. How did they fit this much flavor on such little volume? This must be some sort of Ant-Man shrink tech. Excellent-za. Docking points for not allowing us to sit at a table even though we ordered for dine-in. Not cool. read more

Ceres - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

Ceres is the long-awaited pizza shop from two chefs who previously worked at a Michelin-starred restaurant, and it's finally open in Little Italy. Run by Eleven Madison Park vets, this slice shop serves abnormally crisp, high-quality pizza at above-average prices--and while it doesn't hit every note for me, it's definitely worth trying now that the long waits seem to be over. I walked in on a Saturday around 3 PM and picked up my pies by 5 PM, which felt very reasonable compared to earlier reports of waits over 3 hours. It's a great time to check it out if you've been waiting for the hype to settle. The staff suggested ordering one red sauce and one white sauce pizza for comparison, which was solid advice. The cheese pizza ended up being a bit underwhelming. While the crust was excellent--crisp, well-structured, and clearly high quality--the sauce didn't stand out, and the aged cheese flavor threw me off. I personally prefer a more classic New York slice profile. The real star, though, is the mushroom white pizza. This pie is a full-on flavor bomb. The crispy sourdough crust is topped with crème fraîche, finely chopped mushrooms, and onions, then finished with chives and porcini powder for an intense umami punch. It's buttery, earthy, rich, and genuinely addictive--I can see why many people call it one of the best pizzas they've ever had. There are a few tables for sit-down dining and some bar seating if you want your pizza piping hot straight from the oven. Takeout is also an option, served in the classic blue Ceres box (available for an additional charge). One important thing to know: when you're given a pickup time, arrive on time. Each pie is cooked precisely for its scheduled window. read more

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The crust was absolutely the star of the show and crunchy in a really satisfying and unique way. The cheese pizza was a solid flavor as well, but I actually wasn't super wow-ed by the way all the toppings came together in the nduja flavor; it felt a bit haphazard and disparate. Overall, some really satisfying slices. You have to come in person to order pies (can't order slices) for pickup at a later time in the day. My friend arrived a little before they opened at 11:30 AM on Thursday and only had a couple people ahead of her. The 6:00 PM slot was taken by the time it was her turn, but 6:15 was available. Seating was limited, but she was able to grab a small table for our group of eight by getting a bit early before our slot. A bit pricy (I think around $120 for two pies) but overall worth it. read more

Ceres - Nduja - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

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Had the pleasure of trying Ceres before they blew up the way they did on social media, so you can bet that my impression of them is sans any significant hype post-one bit challenge. I came with a friend and it is his new favorite pizza spot in NYC! For me, it breaks Top 5 for sure. The best part is the crust - it is sooooo delicately crunchy and crisp and has this reallllly nice texture to it. I would say similar to Fini pizza if you've had their crust, but better. The ingredients are also top notch. I mean every bite feels like a culinary experience lol. The cheese they use is obviously super fresh and flavorful. The portions of the ingredients are carefully thought out. I see those expensive pies on the menu and yes I share your concern. I'm not sure I would spend 50+ dollars on a pie either -- and did I hear that they're ONLY doing pies now? Hmmm that's a disappointment. Here's hoping they return to their original business model if they can swing it. I know they're really successful now, and I'm glad about that, but it's hard for everyday people to justify shelling out that much for a pie esp when they haven't had it yet. That said, I dream about trying their pie with nduja. One of these days perhaps. Thanks Ceres for all the great work! read more

Arrived 10:30am and was the 3rd person in line, pizza was cooked and served to us around 11:20. Since they cook to order, even though the line is visually not that long, you'll end up needing to wait hours for your pizza if you don't get there before opening. By the time we received our pie, the folks ordering were having to wait until past 1pm to pick up their pizza. My hot take - you ideally need 5-6 people to split 2 pies, otherwise it's not worth it to come. Reasoning - ceres only sells by the whole pie, which is 8 slices. The first two slices are heaven - perfectly crisp crust with no tip sagging, fascinating flavors, not oily at all. The mushrooms and onions are fantastic, you love them, they love you. By the third slice, you start feeling a twinge of flavor fatigue. Haha, this is a lot of mushrooms, your body asks, are you sure you're okay? This is where it would be ideal to swap to a second pie flavor to spice up your taste buds and refresh your palate. In my infinite hubris, I ate a fourth slice. We were almost done with our pizza, how could we not finish the last glorious slice? It was a slog - the food had started getting cold, the crème fraiche which was once so delicious has started to congeal, and I have to rally to finish these last few bites. It is war against my better judgement. I sip my cup of New York tap water, and lean back in triumph? Self disgust? All my thoughts have become pizza thoughts. Anyways come to Ceres, don't eat half a pizza, and pray they sell slices again someday. read more

Ceres - Mushroom pie - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

Finally got around to trying Cere's - arrived at 2:00ish on a Saturday and the pizza was available for 4:00, so not a bad wait. We got back at 3:40 and were lucky to snag seats. As we waited, the staff came by and let us know the pie had come out a little darker than they wanted, so they'd be remaking it and it would be another ten minutes - and we appreciate the care for quality! That said, while this was a good pizza, don't get me wrong, I don't think it met the hype. The pizza was thin and VERY crispy, almost a bit too much. The salt had flavor, and the saltiness of the cheese provided another layer of depth - but the oil on the top really defines the flavor. The crust had a great char, and it's definitely a high 8 score pizza - just not the mythical 9 that I was hoping for. read more

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Artisanal pizza but not worth the cost. Two blocks away you can get Lombardi's and better in my opinion. read more

Ceres - Ceres pizza - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York

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Okay let's give this enough praise, this is by far the best pizza I've ever had. Non comparable thus far, wow. I need to compare Lucali to this. The service was amazing, Stephanie behind the counter really hooked us up. The ambiance was electric and we beat them right before they sold out. By far the best pizza I've ever had. The undercarriage, the crisp, the cheese to sauce ratio. Wow. read more

Ceres - Pizza Near Me - New York, New York